All Things Fiber

Fiber-optic internet moves fast, so keeping up with everything it can do can feel like trying to catch lightning. Stay up to speed with all the ways fiber internet is moving us forward here.

People using video game therapy.

Is video game therapy the future of health care?

Video games spark our imagination and let us blow off steam. They help us relax at the end of a long day and escape from the stresses of life. But there is something else that...

How to remove malware from a laptop

Why you should check for malware and how to get rid of it

Malware is an umbrella term for any malicious software, like viruses, that can damage or destroy your computer, files, or even networks. If your computer becomes infected, malware can access your personal information, financial data,...

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Phone security tips to prevent your cellphone from being hacked

Smart phones and other mobile devices have opened the world to us all. And while having a wealth of information at your fingertips makes navigating a new city or sending a quick email convenient and...

A technician installing a fiber optic cable

5 reasons to upgrade your network interface device

Let’s face it. The internet isn’t going anywhere. People rely on their home connection now more than ever. You might work from home, shop online, or use smart devices to run your household. But poor...

A repairman fixes a piece of consumer technology.

Consumer technology and the right to repair

Right now, it’s usually easier (and often less expensive) to replace an electronic device than to repair it. Even issues that seem simple, like switching out a faulty battery, can be impossible to do. It...

A woman checks her email on her laptop as she drinks coffee on the couch.

How Wi-Fi works: Hardware, frequencies, and wireless standards

The term “Wi-Fi” has become interchangeable with “the internet.” Thanks to incredible advancements in technology (like Wi-Fi 6), it’s hard to remember when we had to use a physical cable to connect online. Most of...

Young man works on his laptop at the kitchen island using Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi 6: More bandwidth, faster speeds, and improved security

New versions of the iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, or PlayStation may grab all the press, but behind the scenes, Wi-Fi technology continues to evolve, keeping pace with updated hardware. Wi-Fi 6 is the latest upgrade designed...

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What is symmetrical internet?

It’s probably been a hot minute since you thought about the word “symmetrical.” When was the last time you even said it? Back in geometry class? But now that your protractor and compass are fuzzy...

A couple plays a racing video game on their couch.

6 reasons why fiber internet is the best internet for gaming

Long loading times. Ping. Lag. Each word is enough to send a shiver down any gamer’s spine. For the best gaming experience, you need internet that can keep up. While there are many options for...

A man works from a coffeeshop using his personal computer.

5 steps for small businesses to do BYOD security right

While it has long been common practice in larger enterprises, bring your own device (BYOD) culture is rapidly gaining traction in small businesses. It’s all thanks to COVID-19 work-from-home directives and the explosion of mobile...